Name Change on Permanent Register of Electors

You do not need to notify Elections Canada of your new name as this information is provided to the agency throughout the year.

Some provincial agencies do not alter their electoral roll and keep all enrolments based on birth names. Some provincial agencies keep enrolments updated with current names so they need to be notified soon after you change your name.

To learn your province's process for updating the permanent register of electors, click the link below and select your province from the list.

Need to change names anywhere else?

We've got name change procedures and forms for hundreds of Canadian companies. Click the button below and select all the places where you need to change names. We'll provide all the information you need.

Whilst it is common for married name change to take place within a few months of a wedding, there is no legal time frame required. It's best to follow our advice so you don't have problems proving identity. MORE